May 20, 2012

Zimmermann, Wang on comeback trail

Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo expects both Jordan Zimmermann and Chien-Ming Wang to be ready to help the club's starting rotation before the end of the season.

Nationals' road woes continue

The Nationals finished June with an 8-19 record after falling to the Braves on Wednesday, 4-1.

Gonzalez remains in lineup against Braves

Nationals manager Jim Riggleman didn't plan to sit shortstop Ian Desmond two games in a row, but Alberto Gonzalez changed his plans when he got four hits while filling in for Desmond on Tuesday night.

Nats' future most important at Deadline

General manager Mike Rizzo won't say if the Nationals will be buyers or sellers before the non-waiver Trade Deadline on July 31, but one thing is certain: Rizzo is not expected to stand pat.

Morgan looking for second-half surge

Nyjer Morgan hasn't very dynamic or productive this season, but he says not to worry. His time of year is beginning.